An Elderly Man
Laura had, in the meantime, noticed an elderly man sitting at the counter. She did not remember having seen him before. Adrien Charpentier, who was well known amongst wait staff in the hospitality industry. Those that knew him well had even accorded him a nickname. He was an eccentric but friendly gentleman, happy to listen to anyone’s problems. As Evoni went about her duties, the elderly man quietly requested something a bit unusual.
An Elderly Man
A Private Request
As Laura tried to listen in, she realized that the old man was using an oxygen tank and looked as if he was fighting for breath. He was clearly in a bad way and did not look like he had much time left. Evoni was leaning down to hear him speak the words that would alter the course of her life. All the while, the chef was yelling out for her, but she did not seem to hear him at all. It was then that the expression on her face revealed all.
A Private Request
